In this episode, we discuss...
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Mark’s background and family history in the nuclear field
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Mark’s work as Site Vice President at Calvert Cliffs
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The origin and evolution of PRA (Probabilistic Risk Assessment)
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Differences between two-loop combustion reactors and two-loop Westinghouse reactors
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Commonalities in auxiliary systems between pressurized water and boiling water reactors
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Common challenges that occur in everyday plant operations
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Advantages of building power plants near natural water sources
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Fostering a culture of open dialogue and inclusion within the plant
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Strategies for lengthening time between outages and shortening overall outage time
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Regulation and deregulation within the nuclear industry
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Improving the cost efficiency of nuclear power